Royal fans think they’ve spotted something — let’s say, a little strange — in King Charles III’s newest portrait.
Earlier this week, new portraits of King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla were revealed at the National Gallery.
The paintings were created to mark their 2023 coronation. King Charles, who is 76, was painted by Peter Kuhfeld, while 77-year-old Camilla’s portrait was done by artist Paul Benny.
Both are full-body portraits. The King is shown standing in the throne room at St James’ Palace, while the Queen Consort is pictured in the garden room at their London residence, Clarence House.
Charles had two of his five portrait sittings at the State Apartments in St. James’ Palace, using the Throne Room as the background. The remaining sessions took place at Windsor Castle.
As is tradition, the portrait includes the Imperial State Crown, which is shown resting on a table nearby.
The King is dressed in his Robe of State—worn during his entrance to the Abbey and the start of the Coronation ceremony—along with his Number 1 Ceremonial Naval uniform, complete with medals and honors.
